Beethoven Virus
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Beethoven Virus is a 2008 MBC TV drama in Korea. It was screened Wednesday and Thursday nights on MBC
. This show drew attention for being the first drama to depict the lives of classical musicians and orchestra in Korea.
With high expectations, the press conference prior to the regular televising surprised fans with a concert complete with a full orchestra. Kim Myung-min
, who plays the talented yet difficult maestro Kang, actually conducted Ennio Morricone
, Gabriel's Oboe
, and Brahms' Hungarian Dances with the orchestra in front of reporters and fans who came to the venue. Famed pianist Lim Dong-hyek
also offered his tunes. Lim made a special appearance as himself in the drama. There were made another cameo appearance by Richard Yongjae O`Neil (a popular violist) and few more famous musicians.
Kang Mae is notorious for his aggressiveness and sharp tongue. His nickname is ‘orchestra killer’. His personality is mostly written in his face when he encounters trouble and he smirks to show he isn't weak. The reason that he has spent most of his time overseas is because he had once refused to perform in front of a large audience, including the president.
, Du Ru-mi is the concert mistress of the project orchestra. Despite her delicate appearance, she is actually hot-tempered, up-and-down, and optimistic about everything.
Her headache and tinnitus are the symptom of Ménière's disease
, which will cause hearing loss. Now, she has a resolute goal to perform on stage.
, Kang Gun-woo is a traffic officer with a strong sense of justice. To help a pregnant woman get to the hospital, he moves a car by crashing it into another car, which causes him to be suspended from his position.
Even though he cannot read music, he has a natural talent for playing the trumpet and for music itself. The project orchestra that he joins through Ru-mi’s recommendation gives him an opportunity to open his eyes and ears to music and conducting.
Extended Cast
TVN Nusantara Televisi Network (B Channel, CT Channel, MNTV, etc) - Indonesia, Weekdays 19:00 WIB, First Episode July 5, 2010
Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation
Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC (Hangul : 문화방송주식회사, Munhwa Bangsong Jushikoesa) is one of four major national South Korean television and radio networks. Munhwa is the Korean word for "culture". Its flagship terrestrial television...
. This show drew attention for being the first drama to depict the lives of classical musicians and orchestra in Korea.
With high expectations, the press conference prior to the regular televising surprised fans with a concert complete with a full orchestra. Kim Myung-min
Kim Myung-min
Kim Myung-min is a South Korean actor most widely known for playing the title role in the KBS historical TV drama The Immortal Lee Soon Shin . In 2005 he was named best actor at the KBS Acting Awards for this role. Since that time his reputation as an actor of wide range and professional...
, who plays the talented yet difficult maestro Kang, actually conducted Ennio Morricone
Ennio Morricone
Ennio Morricone, Grand Officer OMRI, , is an Italian composer and conductor, who wrote music to more than 500 motion pictures and television series, in a career lasting over 50 years. His scores have been included in over 20 award-winning films as well as several symphonic and choral pieces...
, Gabriel's Oboe
Gabriel's Oboe
"Gabriel's Oboe" is the main theme for the 1986 film The Mission directed by Roland Joffé. The theme was written by Italian composer Ennio Morricone, and has since been arranged and performed several times by artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Holly Gornik, and Brynjar Hoff, among others. The theme has been...
, and Brahms' Hungarian Dances with the orchestra in front of reporters and fans who came to the venue. Famed pianist Lim Dong-hyek
Dong-Hyek Lim
Dong-Hyek Lim is a South Korean classical pianist. Lim has previously studied with Arie Vardi at the Hochschule fuer Musik in Hannover and received the Samsung Culture Scholarship and the Ezoe Scholarship...
also offered his tunes. Lim made a special appearance as himself in the drama. There were made another cameo appearance by Richard Yongjae O`Neil (a popular violist) and few more famous musicians.
Synopsis
Kang Gun Woo is a world renowned orchestra maestro who is a perfectionist in his work. He is not an easy person to work with and is feared by all his players. By chance, he comes across Du Ru Mi, a violinist, and a young cop who has the same name as his and discovers that even without formal training, the young Kang is a music genius. The three soon get tangled in a love triangle.Kang Gun-woo / Kang Mae (Maestro Kang)
Portrayed by Kim Myung Min, Kang Gun-woo is an orchestra conductor who's a single forty year old man that lives with a dog named Beethoven. He is very talented and famous for his excellent skills in music. Conductor Kang feels that classical music is for the nobility and to play the noble classics, the talent of players should be brilliant. Because he believes in this, he insults many musicians who do not match his perfection in music.Kang Mae is notorious for his aggressiveness and sharp tongue. His nickname is ‘orchestra killer’. His personality is mostly written in his face when he encounters trouble and he smirks to show he isn't weak. The reason that he has spent most of his time overseas is because he had once refused to perform in front of a large audience, including the president.
Du Ru-mi (Felicity )
Portrayed by Lee Ji-ahLee Ji-ah
Lee Ji-ah is a South Korean actress. Her first role was in The Legend as Sujini, a lover of Damdeok, the King .-Biography:...
, Du Ru-mi is the concert mistress of the project orchestra. Despite her delicate appearance, she is actually hot-tempered, up-and-down, and optimistic about everything.
Her headache and tinnitus are the symptom of Ménière's disease
Ménière's disease
Ménière's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that can affect hearing and balance to a varying degree. It is characterized by episodes of vertigo and tinnitus and progressive hearing loss, usually in one ear. It is named after the French physician Prosper Ménière, who, in an article published...
, which will cause hearing loss. Now, she has a resolute goal to perform on stage.
Kang Gun-woo ( Gordon )
Portrayed by Jang Geun-sukJang Geun-suk
Jang Keun-Suk is a South Korean actor, singer and model. He is best known for playing the role of band leader Hwang Tae Kyung in the hit 2009 drama You're Beautiful, with Lee Hong Ki, Jung Yong Hwa, Park Shin Hye and Kim Yoo Jin also known as UEE...
, Kang Gun-woo is a traffic officer with a strong sense of justice. To help a pregnant woman get to the hospital, he moves a car by crashing it into another car, which causes him to be suspended from his position.
Even though he cannot read music, he has a natural talent for playing the trumpet and for music itself. The project orchestra that he joins through Ru-mi’s recommendation gives him an opportunity to open his eyes and ears to music and conducting.
Cast
- Kim Myung-minKim Myung-minKim Myung-min is a South Korean actor most widely known for playing the title role in the KBS historical TV drama The Immortal Lee Soon Shin . In 2005 he was named best actor at the KBS Acting Awards for this role. Since that time his reputation as an actor of wide range and professional...
as Kang Gun-woo/Kang Ma-Eh (Conductor) - Lee Ji-ahLee Ji-ahLee Ji-ah is a South Korean actress. Her first role was in The Legend as Sujini, a lover of Damdeok, the King .-Biography:...
as Du Ru-mi (Violin) - Jang Geun-sukJang Geun-sukJang Keun-Suk is a South Korean actor, singer and model. He is best known for playing the role of band leader Hwang Tae Kyung in the hit 2009 drama You're Beautiful, with Lee Hong Ki, Jung Yong Hwa, Park Shin Hye and Kim Yoo Jin also known as UEE...
as Kang Gun-woo (Trumpet)
Extended Cast
- Lee Soon-jaeLee Soon-jae-Biography:Lee was born in Hoeryong, North Hamgyeong, now part of North Korea. When he was 4 years old, his family moved to Seoul where Lee's grandparents were living. Lee's grandfather ran a small real estate business, while his father produced and sold soaps. Lee was raised in the neighborhood of...
as Kim Gab Yong (Oboe) - Hyun Jyu-niHyun Jyu-niHyun Jyu-ni is a South Korean singer and actress. She is best known as an actress for her role in the 2009 television series Iris.-Drama:-References:...
as Ha Yi Deun (Flute) - Song Ok Sook as Jung Hee Yun (Cello)
- Park Chul Min as Bae Yong Gi (Trumpet)
- Jung Suk Yong as Park Hyuk Kwon (Double Bass)
- Lee Bong Gyu as Park Jin Man
- Kim Young Min as Jung Myung Hwan
- Jo Se Eun as Kim Joo Yeon
- Park Eun Joo as Kim Joo Hee
- Lee Han Wie as Kang Chun Bae
- Park Kil Soo as Kim Kye Jang
- Hwang Young Hee as Hyuk Kwon Cheo
- Baek Jae Jin
- Kim Ik
- Ely Balasbas
International Broadcast
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Awards
- 2009 Seoul International Drama Awards: Best Picture – Mini Series Award
- 2009 36th Korean Broadcasting Association Awards: Best Actor Kim Myung Min
- 2008 21st Producers Awards of Korea: Best TV Drama
- 2008 The 45th Baeksang Arts Awards: Best TV Actor Kim Myung Min
- 2008 MBC Drama Awards: Grand Prize Kim Myung Min
- 2008 MBC Drama Awards: Drama of the Year Award
- 2008 MBC Drama Awards: Male Newcomer Award Jang Geun Suk
- 2008 MBC Drama Awards: Special PD Award Lee Jae Kyu
- 2008 MBC Drama Awards: Golden Acting Award - Supporting Actor Park Chul Min
- 2008 MBC Drama Awards: Golden Acting Award - Mid-level Actor Song Ok Sook
- 2008 MBC Drama Awards: Writer of the Year Award: Hong Jin Ah and Hong Ja Ram
- 2008 The 2008 Grime Award: Special Award Song In-hyuk and Hong Sung-wook
- 2008 The National Assembly Society of Popular Culture & Media Award: Most Popular Drama in 2008
- 2008 The 9th Broadcaster Awards: Best Performance in Broadcasting Kim Myung Min
- 2008 The 3rd Korea Drama Festival: Grand Prize Kim Myung Min